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Weekly Market Report for March 11

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Courtney Coish
March 11, 2025

Welcome to the Bondi weekly Market Report, your go-to for all the highs & lows of the week—because staying ahead of price swings and supply shifts is basically a full-time sport in this industry! We’ve got the latest on what’s climbing, what’s dropping, and what you need to know to keep your kitchen running smoothly.

📈 What’s Up?: This week, we're seeing price increases on gailan, asparagus sea beans, long red chili peppers, kiwi, napa cabbage, yellow and fancy zucchini, blackberries, tomatoes, limes, and Grana Padano.

📉 What’s Down?: Prices are dropping on asparagus, Chinese eggplant, and Italian and curly parsley.

🌟 See You at the RC Show!?: We’re back at the Restaurant Canada Show and can’t wait to connect—stop by our booth to meet the team, explore what’s new, and talk all things food!

🥬Coming Soon! Haven Greens: We’re going to be introducing Haven Greens’ local Spring Mix to our offering soon! Keep an eye out for a launch date.

🍹Cranberry Kombucha: Greenhouse is facing production issues—we’ll keep you updated when it’s available again to order.

🍄 Local Farm Highlight: Shogun Maitakes!

🍋 Pantry Pick of the Week: Yakami Orchards Juices!

Let’s dive in…

Market Recap: What's Up, What's Down

📈Price Increases📈

These items are experiencing a price surge this week:

  • SEA ASPARAGUS - Increased freight costs and high demand have driven prices up.

  • GAILAN - Limited supply from Mexico due to quality rejections from vendors and a low yield of high-quality crops has lead to price increases.

  • RED LONG CHILI PEPPERS - Low supply and rising demand in Europe are driving this price increase.

  • KIWI - We're currently in a supply gap, and pricing is expected to stay at this level for the next few weeks.

  • NAPA CABBAGE - Limited supply from the U.S. as crops weren’t ready for harvest, creating a temporary gap. Availability is expected to improve by the end of the week.

  • GRANA PADANO - Prices for Italian cheeses are set to increase across the board.

  • BLACKBERRIES - As growing regions wind down, berry quality is declining, leading to higher prices.

  • TOMATOES - Due to U.S. tariff issues, demand for Mexican tomatoes has surged. We're sourcing from Mexico for now.

  • LIMES - Uncertainty from U.S. tariffs has created market volatility, with lime prices expected to stay high due to low import volumes from Mexico.

  • YELLOW & FANCY ZUCCHINI - A cold front affected zucchini harvests across all varieties, leading to limited availability.

📉Price Drops📉

These items have dropped in price this week:

  • ASPARAGUS - Increased availability of asparagus has improved supply, leading to a drop in prices.

  • CHINESE EGGPLANT - Better availability of Chinese eggplants has boosted supply, bringing prices down.

  • CURLY PARSLEY - Greater availability of curly parsley has strengthened supply, leading to lower prices.

  • ITALIAN PARSLEY - Improved supply of Italian parsley has increased availability, driving prices down.

🌟 See You At the RC Show? 🌟 

Come Visit Us at Booth 3013!

We’re excited to be exhibiting at the Restaurant Canada Show again this year and would love the chance to connect with you in person! Face time with our customers is what we love most, so stop by our booth to meet the team, check out our latest offerings, and chat about how we can support your business.

Come say hello, discover what’s new, and let’s talk food—we can't wait to see you there!

🚩Red Flags🚩: Last Week's Supply & Quality Recap

  • Radicchio Rosa (4169) - As the season gradually winds down for Radicchio Rosa, supply shortages are expected to begin.

  • Caulilini (7341) - Ongoing field-level quality challenges are causing inconsistent supply, making product availability unpredictable.

  • Apple Cider (1829) - We’re anticipating a temporary supply gap for apple cider.

  • Cranberry Kombucha (4747) - Due to a production delay at Greenhouse, our supply of Cranberry Kombucha is currently unavailable. No confirmed ETA at this time, but we’ll keep you updated as soon as more details become available.

  • Eggplant (2478) - Back in stock! The delay was due to a freight issue, but we're all set now.

  • Jumbo Yam (3476) - Growers faced shortages due to crop failures, but supply has stabilized, and we’re now back on track.

  • Well Juices - Well experienced labeling machine issues last week resulting in us being shorted on some of their juices. The problem is resolved, and we’re all set moving forward.

🍄Farm Highlight 🍄 

Shogun Maitake * Local Producer!

Shogun Maitake in London, Ontario, produces pesticide-free, premium Maitake mushrooms using state-of-the-art technology to replicate the natural growing conditions of northeastern Japan. Their proprietary cultivation process, developed by founder Yoshinobu Odaira, precisely controls temperature and humidity to ensure consistent quality, exceptional flavor, and peak freshness year-round.

Ontario Grown Maitakes (4560)

Maitake mushrooms, whether wild or cultivated, have an intense flavour and a delicate, feathery texture. Their leaf-like structure allows for easy pulling apart, eliminating the need for slicing. Large clusters can even be grilled or sautéed whole like a steak. Highly versatile, maitakes shine on their own or elevate dishes like pasta, risotto, and eggs.

🍋Pantry Picks of The Week🍋 

Yakami Orchards Juices

From Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan, Yakami Orchards produces top-quality yuzu, calamansi, and kabosu, grown by multi-generational farmers. Small-batch processing ensures intense aroma, vibrant zest, and pure juice, capturing the citrus’s full depth. Whole-fruit production enhances flavor, making these citrus essentials for chefs and mixologists looking to elevate their dishes.

Yuzu Juice (7190)

Yuzu juice delivers a vibrant, tart citrus flavor with floral notes, balancing between lemon, lime, and grapefruit. Highly aromatic, it enhances vinaigrettes, marinades, cocktails, and desserts, adding depth and brightness to both sweet and savoury dishes.

Kabosu Juice (8675)

Kabosu juice offers a mildly tart, citrusy flavor with a balance of sweetness and umami, similar to a mix of lime and yuzu but smoother and less sharp. Its subtle acidity and aromatic depth make it perfect for vinaigrettes, seafood, cocktails, and Japanese dishes.

Calamansi Juice (9065)

Calamansi juice delivers a vibrant balance of tangy lime and sweet orange, making it a versatile ingredient for cocktails, marinades, dressings, and desserts. Its bright acidity and tropical citrus notes add a refreshing punch to both sweet and savoury dishes.

Try one of these juices in your next order!

If you have any questions about anything you see, feel free to reach out to your designated sales rep or our awesome customer service team at [email protected]. We're here to help!

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